The Evolution Of The Lexus LS400

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Жыл бұрын

In today’s video we go over all the facts you could want to know, and the evolution on the Lexus LS400! We take a ride in three different cars both generations with all their own styles in things that make them unique!
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@Wyattfarrell552 Жыл бұрын

Thinking of getting this as a first car

@adamkalenderian3693 Жыл бұрын

Not a bad choice for a first car. I wanted one of these when I was a senior in highschool when they were new... It only took me 28 years but now I have one! The white one in this video is mine.

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

Super worth it man! So much the love about this car!

@eddiethetruhead Жыл бұрын

Love your choice of wheels Bro.👍 I put those on several of my cars in Forza Horizon.😆

@tobiasquinn4877 Жыл бұрын

I got one 4 months ago, get pre purchase inspection😂 but I’m in love with it. The way it ride is so smooth and unique, and the seat movement makes driving either fun or relaxing your choice. You can drive like a grandma and feel like a gangsta, or give it some gas and make your friends heads hit the seat.

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

One of my favorite cars to travel on because in that!

@markmanzo2488 8 ай бұрын

Nice video. I have a 2000 LS400 with 276k still mint. I bought it at 136k and I do all my own work on it. I'm hoping we both make it to a half-million miles.

@JapaneseMinitruck 8 ай бұрын

as long as you keep up with maintenance, I don't think you'll have a problem with that! If you hit it, come back and let me know Someday, it would be so sick!!

@andrewgomez-df1th Ай бұрын

Finally jumped on my first! Love it

@JapaneseMinitruck Ай бұрын

thanks man!!🙏🏻🤙🏼

@andrewgomez-df1th Ай бұрын

Lol it is running extremely rich I still love it but I need to fix that

@nickb3612 7 ай бұрын

best ls400 vid in a while man, love the energy

@JapaneseMinitruck 7 ай бұрын

thanks so much man!!

@panchit0z Жыл бұрын

Loving the educational videos!! You definitely should make a car history series.

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

Thank you really! We just filmed a 2005 Saleen mustang today! it’s a new series I’m working on about focusing about the facts and history behind individual cars!!

@allantaylor3288 Жыл бұрын

Great video of all three generations of the LS400…thanks for sharing 👌

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! This is one of my favorite videos to film!!

@allantaylor3288 Жыл бұрын

@@JapaneseMinitruck what’s your thoughts on doing a video on the first and second variants of the LS430?

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

I totally would! Unfortunately, I just don't know anybody with one currently

@lexx.dubois Жыл бұрын

So proud of the hard work you put into this one🤍 and I need one of these cars!! 😮‍💨

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

I know it!!💜

@adamkalenderian3693 Жыл бұрын

Yea you do! Get the one from the link I sent you this morning!

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

@@adamkalenderian3693 We are definitely considering,

@mEgAnOOb29 Жыл бұрын

Love this video no other videos like it that I could find!

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

Thank you homie!! I'm super excited to hear that you liked it! Took a bit of effort but was thankful to get all 3 of these cars together!

@SplyttScreen Жыл бұрын

Actually one thing I wanna point out is, they didn’t all come with a 4-speed, after 1998 they all came with a 5-Speed. Not a huge deal, but just wanted to point that out🤷‍♂️😂

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

Very cool to know actually, I did not catch that in my research! Haha

@spwleyva6879 4 ай бұрын

Was looking for a daily and this video just confirmed it

@JapaneseMinitruck 4 ай бұрын

to this day, I would still love to buy an LS400, amazing cars!

@uggsnax8653 Жыл бұрын

The celsior also comes with reclining rear seats heated also

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

Whattttt they got the hook up on that model! Hahaha

@eddiejohn1101 3 ай бұрын

Man I’d fuckin kill to find a nice prestine one like in this video and own it most beautiful car ever

@JapaneseMinitruck 3 ай бұрын

I know it sucks seeing them go up and value only because one of the best parts about these cars is they're such a gem for how cheap you can come across them. Sometimes, this is the car I could drive contently stock and just enjoy it the way it is!

@SaniBippu 2 ай бұрын

The Mk1 was UCF10, facelift Mk2 was UCF11 Then the Mk3 (new body) was UCF20, Mk4 UCF 21 LS430 was UCF30, and so on.

@JapaneseMinitruck 2 ай бұрын

yessssssir!!🤙🏼

@eddiethetruhead Жыл бұрын

Awesome to see all three versions of the legendary LS400 lined up together.😍 My Mother has driven a 93 LS for the past six years, and I have had the pleasure of owning a 2000 LS for just over a year now. We cherish these automotive masterpieces and are never parting with them. I must correct you though, the 95-97s only had 260 hp with a 4 speed. Only the 98-00 had 290 hp with a 5 speed. The difference is noticeable when you drive the two and compare. Anyway, I appreciate the vid.👍 Peace to all the Lexus lovers worldwide.🌎 1UZ for life Y’all.🔥☝️🔥

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

That is super cool to hear!! I’ve been in love with these cars for a while! I think they’re just a little slept on by the car community, majority know what it is, but there’s still a lot of people out there that I’m sure don’t know what makes these cars so great! But thanks for sharing your story man and I appreciate the feedback!

@jacksinsel8798 Жыл бұрын

Just got my 00 LS400 Emerald Jade Mica. I wont part with it! Great vehicle engineering!

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

It really is!! I'd love to own one myself someday!

@eddiethetruhead Жыл бұрын

@@jacksinsel8798 congrats on joining the LS community Bro. I love that jade mica colour. Cherish it Buddy.👍

@BasketballAve Жыл бұрын

Still driving my 92 UCF10 on BC springs I’ll never sell it. 😂

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

Love to hear it!!! They’re such awesome cars!!!

@awls400 Жыл бұрын

I got a 96 ls. It's a tank. Cool vid 😎

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I really appreciate it, and also, that’s sick Man! You can never go wrong with an LS 400!

@nickb3612 7 ай бұрын

need that 95s exhaust setup asap

@JapaneseMinitruck 7 ай бұрын

i'm not toooo sure, he had a friend custom put it together if i can recall, i'll try too ask him soon! if you don't hear back from me comment here again so i see it!

@bagsinsight 6 ай бұрын

what size rims are on the ucf 21?

@JapaneseMinitruck 6 ай бұрын

unfortunately, I am not too sure, his insta is endlezz_ls400 though!

@BasketballAve Жыл бұрын

First generation is heavier metals used in their rods and pistons. Also first generation is “non interference”. So if a timing belt snaps no big deal. The biggest Con of owning these cars is pray the Starter doesn’t die on you…a plus is the fuel pump is located behind the rear seat. ✌🏽

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

Great to know! Thanks homie!!

@viczvapo Жыл бұрын

Any pros on the later models?

@BasketballAve Жыл бұрын

@@viczvapo yes the 95 to 97 came with a wider wheel base and a better air flow meter (hot wire) the 89-94uses a optical Air flow meter which is problematic I’m always trying to grab a couple for spares. To me these were designed to look like a Benz but the OG first model is a Japanese Design. 98-2001 was then they added the VVTI which increased horsepower from 260 up to 300 HP. These cars are built to cruise on the highway. And they are solid at high speeds. The first generation is the lightest chassis. All models have the 1UZ but if you get 95 and up be sure to check the timing belt. Those are all interference motors. Only 1UZ from 89-94 were none interference. 95-97 they changed the head and the clearance was reduced so it became interference. Also they used lighter rods and pistons…Only the OG is over built sporting forged internals which the bottom end can take up to 800 hps. Also has a 6 bolt main. Phenomenal piece of machinery on my opinion.

@viczvapo Жыл бұрын

@@BasketballAve thanks a lot for your response. I want to do some additional research, thanks for the inspiration on this knowledge, didn’t know it was that extensive differences. I’m most curious about the “over built” piece as I’m making a purchase on a ls400 from 2000. Hoping with all the maintenance that it can also uphold the first generations. Planning on keeping it long term, minor regular maintenance, that it’s not an expensive car to have. Thanks a lot for your response.

@BasketballAve Жыл бұрын

@@viczvapo for sure the 2000 model is more horsepower but you do have to maintain that timing belt. But definitely a great ride that’s my other favorite model other my first gen. I was torn between the 2 what made me get this one was the non interference and over built bottom end. For sure a great ride.

@MVGaming21 Жыл бұрын

So cool saying all those versions of the LS400 I'm actually looking into buying a Lexus LS400 1990 as my first car and modifying it as my dream car I recently been into the LS400 like about a year ago

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

Super worth it man! My friends love them, and so do we!!

@MVGaming21 Жыл бұрын

@@JapaneseMinitruck thanks man do you know any body kits for it

@JapaneseMinitruck Жыл бұрын

Sadly I don’t

@sandycharlton8669 3 ай бұрын

I need to buy a reliable car from 5 to 10 grand. I'm looking at the LS400 or the ES300 all-wheel drive. I can't decide

@JapaneseMinitruck 3 ай бұрын

I would totally go LS400, the ES might be a little cheaper, but the LS is just so cool especially given the fact that it has the one you see in a couple cool luxury options, the ES all wheel drive, though I guess would be cool, especially if you live in the state that has snow, I didn't realize they made an all-wheel-drive ES!